Advanced Process Simulation

These models leverage modern web technologies to bridge the gap between static engineering diagrams and functional simulation. Built with GoJS and JavaScript, the simulators process physical state data (Temperature, Pressure, Mass Flow) to provide dynamic visual feedback through algorithmic color mapping and flow-proportional animations.

Sodium-Cooled Fast Reactor (SFR)

A pool-type reactor design featuring a three-loop system: Primary Sodium, Secondary Sodium, and Tertiary Steam. This model visualizes the energy transfer from the core to the electrical grid via Intermediate Heat Exchangers (IHX) and Steam Generators.

Lead-Cooled Fast Reactor (LFR)

An advanced modular design integrated with a Supercritical Carbon Dioxide (sCO2) Brayton Cycle. The simulator features a complex intercooled power conversion system, including recuperators and multi-stage compression.

Technology Stack

The simulators utilize a JSON-driven architecture for state management. Every component features a specialized, context-aware status menu accessible via right-click, allowing users to modify parameters and observe the immediate "physics cascade" through the connected piping systems. The modular architecture ensures that new reactor types can be developed and integrated with minimal effort.

Phone

919-515-2301

Address

Reactor Dynamics and Fuel Modeling Group
Department of Nuclear Engineering
North Carolina State University
3140 Burlington Engineering Labs
2500 Stinson Drive
Raleigh, NC, USA 27695-7909